Associate - Security Operations Center (SOC) Cybersecurity Specialist

IN-Senior Associate-SOC-Cyber as a Service-Advisory-Gurgaon

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Risk

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data.

As a cybersecurity generalist at PwC, you will focus on providing comprehensive security solutions and experience across various domains, maintaining the protection of client systems and data. You will apply a broad understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to address diverse security challenges effectively.

*Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. "

Responsibilities

  

• Strong understanding of Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration and Automated Response (SOAR) services.  

• Strong hands-on experience on Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender   

• Hands on experience working in 24*7 Soc Operations, handling Security alerts, Incident triage and investigation.  

• Identifying potential threats and performing enhancements to existing cyber security measures as per specifications or policy guidelines.  

• Preparing RCA document and daily/weekly/monthly Reports.  

• Maintaining and improving Playbooks, use case fine tuning.    

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Security Components and Microsoft Defender Suite of solutions.  

• Understanding of Azure Infrastructure and O365 Services.  

• Good understanding of Cyber Security, EDR, Phishing analyses etc.  

  

Location : Gurugram, Kolkata  

  

Role :   

The successful candidate will work with the Cloud Cyber Security team handling the Security operations, Incident response on Cloud based SIEM and SOAR Platform Microsoft Sentinel.   

Qualifications   

3+ Years of Experience in Security Operations.   

Graduation or Equivalent.  

Good Communications skills, Team player.  

 

Mandatory skill sets:

SOC

Preferred skill sets:

SOC

Years of experience required:

3.6-8

Education Qualification:

B.Tech

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of TechnologyDegrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

SoCs

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Azure Data Factory, Communication, Creativity, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Policy, Cybersecurity Requirements, Cybersecurity Strategy, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption Technologies, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Managed Services, Optimism, Privacy Compliance, Regulatory Response, Security Architecture {+ 8 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

May 5, 2026

Experience Level

Senior Level